The public is invited to attend a holiday gathering later this week that spotlights the efforts of a local group. The Butler Collaborative for Families has planned their annual Holiday Huddl... Read more
Route 228 was shut down for hours after a child was hit by a vehicle Tuesday. According to dispatchers, the incident happened around 5:30 p.m. near the new Sheetz across from the Mars Middle... Read more
Tougher DUI Laws Now In Effect
Tougher DUI laws are now in effect in Pennsylvania. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, repeat offenders will now face stronger penalties for violations. Act 59 of 20... Read more
The man responsible for starting a unique Butler Farm Show tradition has died. Floyd Mahan, who first brought the paddle boats to the summertime festival, passed away late last week at the a... Read more
The Butler County Tourism and Convention Bureau has secured nearly $500,000 in grant funding that will go toward a new idea for a museum and multi-use facility. The bureau was named a recipi... Read more
Police are looking for a hit-and-run suspect in a crash that happened in Butler Township. It happened overnight Monday on McCalmont Road. Butler Township Police believe a tanker truck or bul... Read more
Dept. Of Health Warns Of Rising Flu Cases
The state Department of Health is reminding residents that they can still receive a flu shot. Acting Health Secretary Dr. Denise Johnson encourages getting the shot since there has already b... Read more
Crews responded to a crash this morning in Butler Township involving a school bus. The accident happened just after 7 a.m. on North Duffy Road near the entrance to Target. Crews on scene say... Read more
A local festival is continuing its tradition of giving back to the community through charitable donations. Coinciding with Giving Tuesday, the Friends of the Bantam Jeep Association announce... Read more
A group of local students is asking for donations to help kids and families in our community this holiday season. The German National Honor Society at Mars Area High School is now accepting... Read more